Money
Christchurch pair's jail sentences extended for tax fraud
Inland Revenue said Richard Jody Rapana and Marlanna Shirley Diana Harris received just over $115,000 they were not entitled to between 2019 and 2022.
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 15th September 2025
In today's episode, the government has announced a funding boost for major events and tourism, saying it will put $70 million into the sector; A psychiatrist has told a court the man accused of… Audio
ANZ Australia faces record $240m fine
The bank's Australian branch has been penalised seven times in the past eight years for prior misconduct, ASIC says.
A $100,000 student loan that keeps getting bigger
Hazel says her payments aren't keeping up with interest, and she's worried she won't be able to get home. Audio
IT system overhaul for Ministry of Social Development to go ahead
It comes after MSD considered scrapping the billion-dollar makeover entirely.
Banks expect economy dip for second quarter of year
Three-out-of-five bank economists forecast a deeper contraction than the Reserve Bank's expectation with the official data to be released on Thursday.
The sectors paying more than a median $100,000
It used to be that six digits was a "highly paid" field - but there are now about a dozen sectors that hit the mark. Audio
Which sectors pay more than $100,000?
It used to be that when someone's annual income hit six figures, they were well into the realms of the well paid. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Coalition unveils $70 million boost for events, tourism
More than half the funding package will go towards securing large-scale international events.
Is KiwiSaver a scam? - Ask Susan
RNZ money correspondent Susan Edmunds answers your questions.
Candidate proposes salary refunds for rate rises
Sam Wilshire is proposing that councillors should refund their salaries to match any rate rise over inflation.
IRD cracking down on overseas student loans
Inland Revenue is cracking down on student loan borrowers who are overseas, and while it is pulling in the money, people based offshore say they are struggling with its approach. Money correspondent… Audio
Want a new iPhone 17? Be careful
The number of people in financial difficulty after signing up for a more expensive phone plan is increasing, an expert says.
TDR flags potential issues with iPhone 17
The iPhone 17 will be available in New Zealand in the middle of this month. But Telecommunications Dispute Resolution - which deals with complaints about telcos that cannot be resolved directly by… Audio
Home prices fall sharply in Wellington
Some Wellington homeowners face being hundreds of thousands of dollars out of pocket trying to sell up after buying homes at the peak of the market a few years ago. The latest property data shows home… Audio
Squeezing a bigger slice of the tax pie from big tech companies
The whole world is trying to chase down the likes of Google, Microsoft and Meta for more income tax, and New Zealand is no exception.
Pennies from the mega corps
The whole world is trying to chase down the likes of Google, Microsoft and Meta for more income tax, and New Zealand is no exception. Audio
Influx of avocados pushing prices down
It is a great time for avocado lovers, but not so much for growers, with prices as low as 19 cents per avocado in some parts of the country. Woolworths has said it is expecting large volumes of… Audio
Govt warned surcharge ban could push up prices
Legislation is expected to be introduced to Parliament by the end of the year, with the ban to kick into effect no later than May 2026.
Your Money with Mary Holm
t's time to talk money with Mary Holm, and today she has got some tips on buying a house or an apartment. Audio
